Intel Core i7-2630QM vs Intel Pentium Silver N5000

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Performance
Core i7-2630QM127% better
5,933.516% of 36,991
Pentium Silver N5000
2,6197% of 36,991

The Core i7-2630QM has 127% better performance than the Pentium Silver N5000 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-2630QM
No data available
Pentium Silver N5000
16.2713% of 121.53

The Pentium Silver N5000 has 13% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: Intel Core i5-13400F.

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Summary

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About the Intel Core i7-2630QM CPU

The Intel Core i7-2630QM is an end-of-life 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2011. It is part of Intel's Core i7 lineup, which is based on the Sandy Bridge microarchitecture. The i7-2630QM is compatible with Intel Socket G2 (988B) motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 32 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD 3000 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

In terms of cache, the Core i7-2630QM has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 64 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 256 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 6 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i7-2630QM features 4 total cores which can process 8 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 2000.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 2.9 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Core i7-2630QM includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD 3000. This graphics processor is directly integrated into the CPU and is not as powerful as a dedicated graphics card. While integrated graphics can handle basic tasks like web browsing and office applications, it is not suitable for more demanding activities such as gaming or video editing, where a dedicated graphics card offers superior performance.

Benchmark Performance

The Core i7-2630QM has the 386th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 16.04% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

About the Intel Pentium Silver N5000 CPU

The Intel Pentium Silver N5000 is an end-of-life 4-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q4 2017 with a suggested retail price of $161. It is part of Intel's Pentium lineup, which is based on the Goldmont Plus microarchitecture. The Silver N5000 is compatible with Intel BGA 1090 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 14 nm manufacturing process. It features the UHD Graphics 605 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Pentium Silver N5000 supports DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Pentium Silver N5000 has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 56 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 4 MB, is larger but slower than the L1.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Pentium Silver N5000 features 4 total cores which can process 4 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 1100.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 2.7 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Pentium Silver N5000 includes an integrated graphics solution called UHD Graphics 605. This graphics processor is directly integrated into the CPU and is not as powerful as a dedicated graphics card. While integrated graphics can handle basic tasks like web browsing and office applications, it is not suitable for more demanding activities such as gaming or video editing, where a dedicated graphics card offers superior performance.

Benchmark Performance & Value

The Pentium Silver N5000 has the 555th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 7.08% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 2,619 score and $161 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 16.27. This is the 174th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

General Info

General overview of the CPU, including details like its manufacturer, release date, launch price, and current production status.

InfoCore i7-2630QMPentium Silver N5000
ManufacturerIntelIntel
SeriesCore i7Pentium
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ1 2011Q4 2017
Launch Price (MSRP)--$161
Production StatusEnd-of-lifeEnd-of-life
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i7-2630QM127% better
5,933.516% of 36,991
Pentium Silver N5000
2,6197% of 36,991

The Core i7-2630QM has 127% better performance than the Pentium Silver N5000 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i7-2630QM is ranked 386th with a score of 5,933.5, and the Pentium Silver N5000 is ranked 555th with a score of 2,619.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-2630QM
No data available
Pentium Silver N5000
16.2713% of 121.53

The Pentium Silver N5000 has 31% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Pentium Silver N5000's 16.27 performance per dollar ranks it 0th among the other benchmarked CPUs in our database.

Relative Performance

The average score in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative performance. Generally, powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

Choose Baseline CPU:Core i7-2630QM or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i5-7300HQ6,042+2%
Ryzen 5 2500U5,973+1%
Core i7-2630QM5,933.5
Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U5,781-3%
Core i5-6440HQ5,773-3%
Core m5-6Y572,681-55%
Core m7-6Y752,678.5-55%
Pentium Silver N50002,619-56%
Core m5-6Y542,529-57%
Celeron 3865U1,906-68%

Relative Value For Money

The average performance per dollar in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative value. A higher score implies a better value for your money.

Choose Baseline CPU:Core i7-2630QM orPentium Silver N5000
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Pentium Gold 5405U19.56+20%
Core i7-4712HQ18.49+14%
Celeron 3865U17.81+10%
Celeron J400517.54+8%
Core i7-4702MQ16.62+2%
Pentium Silver N500016.27
Core i3-N30016.13-1%
Core i3-8145U15.19-7%
Core i5-5257U12.37-24%
Core i5-5200U11.98-26%

Benchmark Scores

This table showcases the average performance scores achieved by both CPUs across industry-standard benchmark tests. These scores provide a valuable insight into overall performance. Powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

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BenchmarkCore i7-2630QMPentium Silver N5000
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
5,933.5
(+126.56%)
2,619
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
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236.5
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
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78
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
1,383
(+61.75%)
855
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
443
(+28.03%)
346
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
3,544
(+35.99%)
2,606
CPU Mark Single-Thread
1,224
(+7.94%)
1,134
Benchmarks Source: Notebookcheck

Technical Specs

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Manufacturing Details

Information about the CPU's manufacturing like its foundry, process size, and transistor count.

SpecCore i7-2630QMPentium Silver N5000
ManufacturerIntelIntel
FoundryIntelIntel
Process Size32 nm14 nm
Transistors1,160 million--

Architecture

CPU architecture specs like its memory channels, memory support, and microarchitecture. Newer CPU architectures can minimize bottlenecks and improve execution efficiency using more advanced techniques.

SpecCore i7-2630QMPentium Silver N5000
SeriesCore i7Pentium
MicroarchitectureSandy BridgeGoldmont Plus
CodenameSandy BridgeGemini Lake
Memory Support--DDR4
Memory ChannelsDual-channelDual-channel
ECC MemoryNoNo

Cores & Clock Speeds

Processing power information like its cores and clock speed. These specs impact how fast they can handle instructions and tasks. These have a strong impact on the CPU's performance.

SpecCore i7-2630QMPentium Silver N5000
Cores44
Threads84
Clock Speed2000.0 MHz1100.0 MHz
Turbo Clock2.9 GHz2.7 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier20.0x11.0x
Multiplier UnlockedNoNo

Cache

CPU cache specs like its L1 & L2 cache. These provide the CPU with a small, but super-fast memory access. A larger cache can improve a CPU's performance.

SpecCore i7-2630QMPentium Silver N5000
L1 Cache64 KB56 KB
L2 Cache256 KB4 MB
L3 Cache6 MB--

Compatibility & Power Consumption

Compatibility and power consumption information like its socket type, thermal design power, power limits. These can help verify the CPU's compatibility with other PC components.

SpecCore i7-2630QMPentium Silver N5000
SocketIntel Socket G2 (988B)Intel BGA 1090
PCI Express--PCIe 2.0 x6
Thermal Design Power (TDP)45 W6 W
TJ Max100 °C105 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

Additional CPU features like its bundled coolers, integrated graphics, and extensions/technologies.

SpecCore i7-2630QMPentium Silver N5000
Integrated GraphicsIntel HD 3000UHD Graphics 605
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, HTT, AES-NIMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AES-NI, SHA, F16C, EM64T, VT-x, VT-d, EPT, EIST, XD-bit, SGX

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* Performance rating, performance per dollar, and rankings are based on the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark and MSRP.